Tag: traffic

Auto Insurance

What to Do If Your Car Is a Lemon

April 07, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

If your car turns out to be a lemon, you may be able to get a refund or replacement. But only if you follow these steps.

Road Trips

Exploring Montauk in the Winter

January 14, 2022. Marisa Perjatel

Although it’s usually a summertime hotspot, Montauk in the winter is just as great.

Cars & Trucks & Electric Vehicles

Fast Forward

November 17, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

From white-hot trends and high-tech toys to brand-new models, here’s what to expect in automobiles down the road.

Life

AAA and R.I. State Police Team up for Community Outreach

November 12, 2021. Aimee Carrier

The Rhode Island State Police are stocking up on child passenger safety seats and are now certified to install them, thanks to a partnership with AAA.

Cars & Trucks

Connecticut’s New Seat Belt Law Goes Into Effect Oct. 1

September 28, 2021. AAA Staff

The new law requires everyone in a vehicle to wear a seat belt, including those in the back seat.

Life

Joining Forces With State Police Units for Shifting Gears Program

September 23, 2021. AAA Staff

AAA Northeast is partnering with local State Police to educate young people on the effects marijuana has on driving.

Auto History

Why Do Different Countries Drive on Different Sides of the Road?

August 17, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

Ancient civilizations, the French Revolution, freight wagons and the Model T all played a role in influencing what side of the road the world drives on.

Auto Loans

6 Tips for First-Time Car Buyers

July 11, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

The car-buying process can be difficult to navigate. These tips for first-time car buyers will help guide you through the process.

Cars & Trucks

New York Overtakes Los Angeles as City With the Most Traffic

July 01, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

New York City drivers spent an average of 56 hours in traffic in 2020, the most in the country. Boston was second.

Auto History

Headlights, Camera, Action: Drive-In Movie Theaters in the Northeast

June 04, 2021. Jerry Ascierto

Drive-in movie theaters are more than just another way to watch a film — they’re an experience. Are they poised to make a comeback?

Air Travel

Top Places to Visit in the U.S. Right Now 

May 25, 2021. Dana Laverty

Here are the places with the most buzz in the U.S. right now, based on AAA member interest and bookings. 

Day Trips

NYC TV and Movie Tour Is a Smash Hit

April 28, 2021. Marisa Perjatel

On Location Tours provides fun, film-first perspectives of New York City and Boston.

Cars & Trucks

Tips for Choosing Your Kid’s First Car

April 15, 2021. Nicole Wakelin

How to find the safest, sturdiest and most practical car for your new driver.

Cars & Trucks

Car Care You Can DIY and When to Pay a Professional

April 12, 2021. Nicole Wakelin

How to identify car care that you can manage on your own and when it’s best to leave it up to the experts.

Cars & Trucks

AAA Responds as Marijuana Legalization Expands

April 02, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

As more states move toward legalization, AAA is educating the public about the dangers of drugged driving.

Cars & Trucks

How Vehicle Glass Affects Safety Features

April 01, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

Cameras and sensors located on or near your windshield help your vehicle’s safety features operate properly.

Cars & Trucks

The Crash Project Aims to Prevent Traffic Fatalities

March 25, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

After being involved in a fatal traffic crash, Shane Snowden tells her story in hopes it does not become yours.

Travel

Driving in Sicily: The Long and Winding Road

March 03, 2021. Nick Popolo

This past fall, a road trip in Sicily fulfilled one AAA member’s personal goal of driving abroad – and tested his driving moxie against their notorious drivers.

Travel

Members Recall Days on AAA School Safety Patrol

March 02, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

In commemoration of the program’s 100th anniversary, AAA Northeast members look back fondly on their time as School Safety Patrollers.

Health & Fitness

How COVID-19 Anxiety Can Affect Your Driving

February 16, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

The pandemic has dialed up the stress – and danger – of driving. Here’s how to prevent anxiety from becoming a driving hazard.